Defense Innovation Unit unveils advanced manufacturing marketplace
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Defense Innovation Unit unveils advanced manufacturing marketplace
Through the marketplace, DIU aims to reduce barriers that make it hard for advanced manufacturing firms to integrate with the defense supply chain.
Watchdog to investigate Hegseth’s sharing of airstrike info on Signal
The Defense Inspector General's Office will look into whether the defense secretary improperly shared sensitive information on the commercial app.
Trump moves to fire several NSC officials over loyalty concerns
The move comes soon after far-right activist Laura Loomer urged Trump to purge staffers she deemed insufficiently committed to his MAGA agenda.
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